1982 Ferrari 400 vs. 2008 Nissan 350Z
To start off, 2008 Nissan 350Z is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 306 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan 350Z. (363 Nm). This means 1982 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan 350Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ferrari 400 | 2008 Nissan 350Z | |
| Make | Ferrari | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | 350Z |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 118 L | 76 L |
